Definition of pinwheel

pinwheelnoun

chong chóng

/ˈpɪnwiːl//ˈpɪnwiːl/

The word "pinwheel" comes from the combination of two words: "pin" and "wheel". The "pin" refers to the central point or axis around which the wheel rotates, likely referencing the pin used to hold the spokes in place on early wheels. The "wheel" part is obvious, referencing the circular shape of the toy. This combination highlights the spinning action of the toy, which was likely first named this way in the 18th century.

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a toy with curved plastic parts that form the shape of a flower which turns round on the end of a stick when you blow on it

một món đồ chơi có các bộ phận bằng nhựa cong tạo thành hình bông hoa, sẽ quay tròn ở đầu que khi bạn thổi vào nó

a round flat firework that turns around in circles when lit

pháo hoa tròn dẹt quay tròn khi được thắp sáng

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